Its hard to find much of an upside to November and early December sometimes, unless you’re given over to the holidays, or birding. Or deer hunting. Even though its a damp, cold, gray day the feeders are busier than usual … Continue reading
Jim Knickelbine
People are very good at doing things- when we put our minds to it, we are able to accomplish remarkable tasks, both good and bad. Sometimes I think that we are better at doing than understanding. Recently I saw a story … Continue reading
Woodland Dunes was founded by Bernie Brouchoud, who was incredibly curious and interested in birds. When he was young, a local teacher, Winnie Smith, taught him how to catch and band birds so that their movements and lifespans could be … Continue reading
This is being written just before Thanksgiving, which lends itself to sentimental reflection of the state of our lives. Despite the perception of some regarding those who work to preserve the environment, at Woodland Dunes we feel there is much … Continue reading
Last week I glanced at some bird feeders hoping to spot a fox sparrow or northern flicker that had been hanging around. Instead, beneath some nearby apple trees there were two does and a large buck (about a 12-pointer as … Continue reading